Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif affirmed the nomination of Asif Ali Zardari as the presidential candidate for Pakistan, highlighting the overwhelming support from coalition partners in the National Assembly, Senate, and provincial assemblies. Speaking at a dinner hosted to honor allied party leaders, Prime Minister Sharif emphasized the coalition’s decisive majority secured in the recent general elections, signaling a strong mandate for the upcoming presidential election on March 9.
The coalition’s victory in the general elections, securing two-thirds of the votes, underscores the unity and consensus among political allies. Prime Minister Sharif underscored the importance of respecting the people’s mandate and acknowledged the global scrutiny on Pakistan’s governance amidst pressing challenges.
Acknowledging the formidable economic challenges facing the nation, Prime Minister Sharif revealed alarming figures, including the ballooning gas and electricity debts, and emphasized the urgent need for economic reform. He stressed the imperative of expanding the tax base and reducing burdens on existing taxpayers to address the country’s economic woes.
Co-chairperson of the Pakistan Peoples Party, Asif Ali Zardari, expressed his party’s unwavering support for the prime minister, affirming a commitment to steer Pakistan towards progress. Zardari emphasized the potential for economic growth, particularly in the agriculture sector, and hailed the historical significance of the Supreme Court’s judgment on the judicial murder of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
Chairman of PPP, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, echoed the sentiments of support for Asif Zardari’s presidency, emphasizing his commitment to economic stability and political reconciliation. Bhutto Zardari thanked political parties for their backing of Zardari’s candidacy.
As Pakistan braces for the presidential election, the coalition government’s nomination of Asif Ali Zardari underscores a collective effort to address economic challenges and promote political stability in the nation’s governance.
